Senior Mechanical Engineer
2 days ago
Tucson
Job Description Job Title: Sr Mechanical Engineer Location: Oro Valley, AZ Duration: (temp) 3 Months to 1 Year Pay: $42.31 - $48.63/hr • Skills need to be mature, with Sr level experience minimal, • Advanced knowledge of Mechanical Engineering, • Proficient in 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks, • Proficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), preferably ANSYS, • Ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving, • Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion, • Ability to explain a range of technical information, • Excellent communicator - can sell concepts to people at all levels in the organization, including engineers., • Flexible and adaptable to change, • Assets: Knowledge of DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, ARP, • Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), • Proficient organizational skills and the ability to prioritize according to urgency while remaining flexible to changing situations, • Self-motivated, • Detail-oriented, • Able to manage multiple, concurrent priorities Position Summary • The Mechanical department provides Mechanical Engineering expertise for all phases of product development, from design through production., • Applies expertise in Mechanical Engineering in various aspects of the development of electronic components for aerospace applications., • For Engineering, the Senior Mechanical Engineer provides this expertise to development and sustaining projects: addressing design of mechanical packaging for electronics, mechanical analysis, design and qualification testing, and creation of design and program documentation. Responsibilities Mechanical Engineering design including: • Electronic Packaging Design of Aerospace Hardware, • CAD design, 3D and 2D (sheet metal, machined parts, plastic parts, castings), • Drawing packages (including 2D CAD drawings), • Weight analysis, • Assembly documents, • BOM part selections, • Engineering Change Orders, • Building of prototypes, • Perform mechanical and environmental testing, • FEA Analysis (Structural and Thermal), • Technical Reports, • Other Mechanical Design related Output items, • Advanced knowledge of FEA structural analysis and thermal analysis tools, • Keep current with state-of-the-art techniques for electronics packaging and material technology and processes as may be required, • Outside interface, mechanical technology and customer requirements, as well as providing subject matter expertise, • Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance, • Design to mechanical requirements, • Solves technical problems using a combination of experience, judgment, and precedents, • Prepares a range of reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information, • Communicates complex technical information to others in a clear and effective manner, • Uses discretion and independent judgment when evaluating courses of action; makes decisions after considering various options, • Keep current with state-of-the-art techniques for electronics packaging and material technology and processes as required, • Outside interface for electrical technology and customer requirements as well as providing subject matter expertise, • Lead technical support and guidance to Development Engineering in terms of design reviews, dFMEAs, pFMEAs, and associated risk management activities, • Train and coach lower-level mechanical engineers, • Execute engineering strategy for the Tucson site, • Lead process improvements related to mechanical engineering expertise, • Other responsibilities as assigned, • Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary, • Physical Requirements, • Approximately 80% sitting and 20% standing/walking about in-door Company facilities., • Lift and Carry up to 35 lbs., • Use head and neck in static position, looking up/down and side-to-side., • Perform light lifting from floor, table and shelf., • Push and pull carts or mobile tables, loaded and unloaded., • Minimal: heavy lifting from floor or higher, bending, twisting, climbing, lifting arms above shoulders, kneeling., • Minimal: exposure to excessive noise, hazardous chemicals, hazardous equipment, uneven walking surfaces, • Typing with computer and keyboard Qualifications • Advanced knowledge of Mechanical Engineering, • Proficient in 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks, • Proficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), preferably ANSYS, • Ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving, • Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion, • Ability to explain a range of technical information, • Excellent communicator - can sell concepts to people at all levels in the organization, including engineers., • Flexible and adaptable to change, • Assets: Knowledge of DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, ARP, • Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), • Proficient organizational skills and the ability to prioritize according to urgency while remaining flexible to changing situations, • Self-motivated, • Detail-oriented, • Able to manage multiple, concurrent priorities Education & Experience Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering Certifications: None Required Years of Experience: 8 years of relevant experience